Springfield, Mo. — A tragic and horrifying crime in Missouri has resulted in a woman, Amber Waterman, being sentenced to two life terms in prison for the kidnapping and murder of a pregnant Arkansas woman, Ashley Bush. Waterman attempted to pass off Bush’s fetus as her own stillborn baby, leading to a devastating series of events.
After contacting Bush on Facebook under a false name, Waterman lured her to her home in Pineville, Missouri, where she ultimately caused the death of both Bush and her unborn child. Waterman’s husband, Jamie Waterman, also played a role in the crime and pleaded guilty to being an accessory after the fact.
The judge emphasized the severity of the crime, calling it a “new level of graphic,” and the pain caused by Waterman was described as spanning generations. Family members of the victim expressed their wishes for justice during the sentencing hearing, highlighting the profound impact of this tragedy.
This heartbreaking case serves as a reminder of the importance of justice and the devastating consequences of heinous acts. It is a sobering reminder of the darkness that can exist in our society and the need for accountability and compassion in the face of such atrocities.